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Should I Install a Home Fire Sprinkler System?

Smoke and fire detectors are wonderful devices to warn you of an emergency and urge you to evacuate the building, but they do not take…

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May 13, 2026
Should I Install a Home Fire Sprinkler System?

Should I Install a Home Fire Sprinkler System?

Smoke and fire detectors are wonderful devices to warn you of an emergency and urge you to evacuate the building, but they do not take the next step of suppressing the fire. Though you can always call fire damage restoration experts like those at Tidal Wave Response, proactivity and prevention is better than fire damage repair.

A fire sprinkler system plays the role of detecting and suppressing the fire, extinguishing the fire or containing it within as little as two minutes, saving you from costly damages. In fact, homes with a fire sprinkler system experience nine times less fire damage than those without one. This also translates into a higher chance of surviving a fire. In short, a fire sprinkler system can save your property and life from fire. However, is it worth installing a home fire sprinkler system?

Am I Required to Have A Home Fire Sprinkler System?

A few states such as California, Maryland, and Washington D.C. have laws in place that requir

Reviews

Alex Membrillo

Milton, GA

John came out within 2 hours of our call for help. Within 4 hours of him coming out his team was hear ripping up our basement and saving it from mold. I owe them 40k because that's what it would have cost if they didn't help as quick as they did. Will tell all 3 of my friends about them.  Rob also great and so was the team, so professional, so quick.

Tim Harwood

Buckhead, GA

I had some water damage above my garage after a plumbing incident and was very upset about it. Thankfully Justin and his team at tidal wave made the experience easy and much less of a headache. His team took out the damaged drywall did a full restoration and cleaned up after themselves. Made my damaged ceiling look brand new.

Elaine Tapp

Roswell, GA

We thought Tidal Wave did great work with our water damage remediation and repair. Everyone who showed up was professional and skillful. We had some challenges with scheduling communications and delays but everyone was generally responsive and helpful. We appreciated that they were a one stop shop that could handle everything for us. We would definitely recommend Tidal Wave to others.

DMP

Atlanta, GA

Tidal Wave is one of a kind! I had a pipe that burst and they responded the same day! The team lead, Chris, was extremely professional and courteous. He assured me that I would be taken care of and I was totally impressed with their swift response time. The owner, Johnny, called and told me he was sorry I had experienced water damage in my home and also assured me that everything would be fine. The project manager, Justin, was also extremely kind and provided me with beautiful replacement floor samples. Once my floors are finished, I’m going to submit…

Lisa S.

Cumming, GA

Talk about a company that lives up to it`s name! Called them in the morning within an hour Rob a very professional representative showed up at the house and helped me file a claim. Twenty minutes later a crew showed up and began demo. A few hours later Tidal Wave Response had figured out the leak was gone. Everything happened so fast and efficiently. They helped us understand what our insurance covered and guaranteed the demo would be covered by insurance or them. We are so happy to be working with this company and highly recommend them.

Logan F.

Decatur, GA

What a great company! I called to ask questions and within minutes I was scheduling someone to come to my home and save me from my water damage. Very responsive and the demo crew was amazing and professional!! The repairs to my Kitchen are about to start and I cant wait to see the end result! Thank you Tidal Wave!!

Webb W.

Atlanta, GA

Very, very professional from start to finish. Crew came into my home removed all of the damage items that was damaged by a water leak from the upper level of the home. Worked very fast and cleaned up behind themselves as if they were never there. It was like watch a action movie. Setup the dryers and other equipment very fast also and organized our furniture so that we could get to things as needed. Tidal Wave made a very bad situation feel okay, I`m thankful that we chose you guys. Again thanks for being so professional and responsive

Jennifer G.

Marietta, GA

I could not have been more pleased with my experience with Tidal Wave! Their response time was impressive and Michael did an excellent job walking me through the process. The entire crew was hard working, fast and courteous. I would 100% recommend Tidal Wave.

Binh D.

Dunwoody, GA

We had a water damage in our home and we Googled water damage restoration. We had 2 companies come out for an inspection and... Honestly we were very pleased with the punctuality & knowledge of Rob at Tidal Wave Response. He was very soft and well spoken and listened to our concerns about our home. Rob showed a very compassionate side of how a service professional treats his customer. Our choice was Tidal Wave Response based on their outstanding reviews and knowledge of insurance claims. Tidal Wave also met with the claims adjuster for our property damage inspection. This was…

Billy H.

Sandy Springs, GA

We highly recommend Tidal Wave Response! Johnny came out late last night to assess a failed water heater that flooded our finished basement. He coordinated with Mr. Rooter Plumbing to have a plumber dispatched at 11:45PM who confirmed the water was shut off and put some emergency repairs in place to ensure no further damage would occur. This morning at 7:10 AM (20 minutes earlier than expected) the Tidal Wave Response team was on site at our house. They assessed the damage, and assisted us in contacting our home owners insurance company to create our insurance claim. They preformed the…

Ty M.

Chamblee, GA

My upstairs bathroom overflowed. The water ran into two of my bedrooms and the hallway. My wife called Tidal Wave and they were at our home in less than an hour. Johnny`s team came out and were very quick and professional. They sucked up the water set equipment and the supervisor explained the process. They even offered to do our repairs and said they would handle it all. My wife and I are very pleased so far. I will make it my business to recommend this company to family and friends. This company is honest, and gets the job done.

Mary L.

Brookhaven, GA

So far GREAT!!! They came right out, took out wet walls, cleaned up perfectly (no dust) set up fans. I’m going to use them to put the walls back up and paint too! They are going to meet with my field insurance agent, too, to make sure everything is covered. Fingers crossed they continue to be great!

e fire sprinklers in new one- and two-family homes while many other cities nationwide have local laws requiring it. However, there is national conversation about requiring them in every new home and we believe that the number of states requiring a fire sprinkler system will grow.

Won’t My House Be Extensively Damaged by The Water Sprinklers?

A common fear among people who are interested in installing fire sprinkler systems is the water damage that results from the sprinklers going off. However, we say that the choice between a puddle of water and a pile of ashes is an easy one. Still, let’s dive deeper into this concern. The fire will have to be put out one way or another. A fire hose used by firefighters dispense as much as 250 gallons of water per minute. In fact, a fire hose delivers eight to ten times as much water than a water sprinkler. Further, a fire hose floods a house with broad sweeps of water while water sprinklers are targeted and usually only activate in areas that set off the heat-sensor. All in all, water sprinkles WILL cause damage, but the alternatives are much more devastating.

Reasons to Choose Tidal Wave

We Bill Your Insurance Directly

We Bill Your Insurance Directly

We Accept All Insurance Claims

We Accept All Insurance Claims

Licensed & Certified Technicians

Licensed & Certified Technicians

30 Minutes Response Time

30 Minutes Response Time

Locally & Family Owned

Locally & Family Owned

24/7 Emergency Service

24/7 Emergency Service

Never an Overtime Charge

Never an Overtime Charge
ong>Benefits of A Home Fire Sprinkler System

Adding a home fire sprinkler system is naturally going to cost you some money initially, but the benefits are many. The ongoing maintenance, testing, and annual inspections may feel like a nuisance, but as you will learn, the benefits will save you time and money in the future:

  • A fire sprinkler can extinguish or contain a fire within two minutes.
  • Adding a fire sprinkler system makes your home safer.
  • Home insurance companies may provide discounts for home with sprinklers.
  • You are likely to experience up to ten times less damage if you have sprinklers installed.
  • Home sprinkler system can add to the resale value of your home and its attractiveness to buyers.

If you have fire or water damage, then be sure to take care of it as soon as possible. Neglecting fire damage repair can intensify the damage and make repairs more expensive. Call the professionals at Tidal Wave Response to learn about our services and affordable prices.

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